Kolam - The Ephemeral Art for Positivity
By Hema Kannan
Kolam is an ephemeral art. It is a scared geometry. Drawn with rice flour in the threshold of homes, this art work spreads positivity in many ways. Drawing Kolams is an experience in Maths, geometry, science, economics, logic thus making this art trans-disciplinary. It also teaches the philosophy of letting go. Drawn one day, destroyed another, to be born again, representing the cycle of life.
My slide show is a showcase of this art form drawn by me. I have chosen a few patterns that broadly can represent the variety of Kolams. Drawn with the help of dots, we can either use the dots or loop around them. Sometimes they can be freehand like a mandala. Some of mine will tell stories from the ancient text, or may represent an inspiring life quote. Spreading happiness, positivity through this art is my main motto, brining in peace within our hearts. Leading to peace around us.
About the Artist
Hema Kannan
Seven years ago, she began a journey involving an evergreen South Indian art form: Kolams (Rangoli).
In the process of saving this cultural landmark from obscurity, Hema Kannan began sharing her love for this art form by organizing kolam workshops, and welcoming anyone and everyone who was willing to let her take them on this journey towards self-expression. This passionate Kolam teacher, a TEDx speaker, an author of a coffee table book, is all about living life with finesse and spreading positivity. She has spoken in many webinars and online live shows, apart from judging various competition on this art.
Join this homemaker by profession and Kolam artist by passion as she tells you why there is more to life than just banality and how the light within can be channelized to not only nurture the artist in oneself, but also help others reach out to their inner light.